Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA) - SNF / LTC - Contract

Centra Healthcare Solutions Inc; Columbia (TN); On-site; USD 3,306,000 - 4,959,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay rates

401(k) plan

Direct deposit

CEU Reimbursement

Housing accommodations

Assignment completion bonuses

License and medical reimbursement

Job summary

Centra Healthcare Solutions Inc is seeking an Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA) for a contract assignment in Columbia, Tennessee. The position welcomes experienced practitioners as well as new graduates who meet state licensure requirements.

Join a collaborative team and contribute to patient rehabilitation through planned activities, progress monitoring, and interdisciplinary coordination. The role emphasizes clinical reasoning and adherence to the organization's mission and values.

Qualifications

• Requires an associate degree or a certificate from a recognized program.
• Current state license as an Occupational Therapist Assistant / OTA or in process for licensure.
• Current CPR certification.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients with rehabilitative activities and exercises per treatment plan.
• Assess learning needs of patients and caregivers.
• Demonstrate clinical reasoning in treatment planning and progress monitoring.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team to meet patient goals.

Education

Associate degree or certificate

Job description

A great SNF / LTC is looking for an experienced or newly graduated Occupational Therapist Assistant / Occupational Therapy Assistant / COTA to join their growing team for a contract assignment!

This is a contract position.

Days schedule.

This role assumes responsibility and accountability for incorporating the vision, values, mission and critical goals of the organization into their job performance.

Requirements

• Must have earned either an Associates degree from an accredited school or a certificate from either a community, technical or vocational college.
• Current state license as an Occupational Therapist Assistant / Occupational Therapy Assistant/ COTA or proactively in the process of the application process for current state licensure as an Occupational Therapist Assistant / Occupational Therapy Assistant / COTA.
• Current CPR certification.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients with rehabilitative activities and exercises outlined in a treatment plan developed in collaboration with an occupational therapist.
• Assess the learning needs and capabilities of patients and caregivers with regards to age, level of understanding and emotional status.
• Demonstrate and articulate sound clinical reasoning in treatment planning, implementation and monitoring of patient's progress.
• Effectively collaborate within an interdisciplinary team to meet patients goals.

About Centra

Centra Healthcare`s mission is to provide unparalleled service enabling professionals to concentrate on caring for America. We have many dynamic positions with cutting edge programs throughout the entire United States and various settings to meet each professional's criteria.

Benefits of a Local Contract or Travel Assignment through Centra

• Highly competitive pay rates
• 401(k) plan
• Direct deposit
• CEU Reimbursement
• A chance to explore new places and new opportunities throughout the United States
• High coverage of the premiums of a comprehensive health insurance plan
• License and medical reimbursement
• Housing accommodations
• Assignment completion bonuses